Exercise Collection (page 3)

Martinique, 1958
Bo Anderson

Rugby game, a jump into touch (colour litho)
5998298 Rugby game, a jump into touch (colour litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rugby game, a jump into touch)

Womens League of Health & Beauty
Page from The Sketch reporting on the Womens League of Health and Beauty, who were in the midst of preparing for a big display at the Royal Albert Hall in 1934

Display of Remedial exercises given by the Royal Air Force before a large crowd at Seymour Hall, London during the Second World War

Alfieri. Army Training. No. 30 Physical Development Centre. Barracks. 1942. 1st May 1942
Alfieri. Army Training. No.30 Physical Development Centre. Barracks. 1942. 1st May 1942

Muscle man John Grimek flexing his muscles with Marquis the Chimpanzee at the London Palladium

A Hawk T1A from the Red Arrows roars over London during a flypast for the Queen s
A Hawk T1A from the Red Arrows roars over London during a flypast for the Queens 80th Birthday in 2006

The North Bay Bathing Pool, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Date: circa 1920s

The Serpentine Lido
Bathers using the diving board and paddling pool at the Serpentine Lido, Hyde Park, central London, England. Date: early 1930s

Jared Lynch mountain biking the north end of the Whitefish Trail near Whitefish, Montana, USA (MR)

A Family On A Bicycle Ride
Valley Stream, New York: April 30, 1962. A family including the baby in the rumble seat go for a bicycle ride

AFS regional training exercise, journey through London
AFS regional training exercise in Norfolk, 10-11 September 1955. Showing vehicles in London, passing Marble Arch en route for their destination

Six samurai; the upper three at court, practicing their archery; the lower three in traditional hunting attire
HOKUSAI: SIX SAMURAI, 1817. Six samurai; the upper three at court, practicing their archery; the lower three in traditional hunting attire. Woodblock print, 1817, from the Manga of Katsushika Hokusai

LFB-AFS convoy and fire exercise
Part of the Civil Defence Corps until it was disbanded in the late 1960s, the Auxiliary Fire Service consisted of volunteer firefighters who would attend a fire station for drill and training

SAMURAI TRAINING. Young Samurai in Japan training for the Satsuma Rebellion of 1877. Wood engraving, American, c1900

Caricature of Annette Kellerman - Swimmer and Actress
Annette Marie Sarah Kellerman (18861975) - Australian swimmer, film star, and writer. One of the first women to wear a one-piece bathing costume

Young soldiers or cadets on manoeuvres
A group of young soldiers or cadets -- the one in the foreground holds a rifle and has a camouflaged face. Perhaps they are taking part in a training exercise or are on manoeuvres

National Service - cadet with a rifle
A young cadet on National Service with a rifle and a camouflaged face, perhaps taking part in a training exercise or on manoeuvres

Gymnasium on Titanic
One of seven builders photographs of the RMS Titanic interior, this one showing part of the Gymnasium. Date: circa 1912

Bull fighting, San Fermin festival, Plaza de Toros, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain, Europe

Lioness (Panthera leo) walking through yellow wildflowers, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, encompasing the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa, Africa

Early morning runner, Richmond Park, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hiker running on trail and the Matterhorn, 4477m, Zermatt Alpine Resort, The Valais, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Grants zebra
Grantís zebra (Plains zebra) (common zebra) (Equus burchelli boehmi) and topi (tsessebe) (Damaliscus lunatus) crossing the Mara River, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Sotnia of Cossack Women
Sotnia of female Cossack cavalry exercise on the Nikolsk-Oussourisk plain

Chaps Exercise Regime
A variety of body exercises, requiring no special apparatus, that will keep any chap in good shape

Herne Bay, the Pier
Steam and sailing vessels pass the remarkably long pier at Herne Bay, Kent, providing plenty of healthy exercise for visitors

V for Victory Exercise
Doing the V for Victory gymnastic, keeping fit by stretching in a V shape! Woman women fitness

Christmas morning swim in the Serpentine
Page from the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News featuring various sketches of the Christmas morning swimming handicap in the Serpentine in Hyde Park

Scene in a gymnasium in Ancient Greece (coloured engraving)
3630059 Scene in a gymnasium in Ancient Greece (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene in a gymnasium in Ancient Greece)

England team training session at Lilleshall ahead of the 1966 World Cup tournament. Bobby Charlton. June 1966

Southend F. C training for cup tie. 29th January 1921. Captain Arthur Whalley skipping
Southend F.C training for cup tie. 29th January 1921. Captain Arthur Whalley skipping

Sculling In Mist On River Thames; London, England

Playing rackets, Fleet Prison, London, c1825. Artist: Theodore Lane
Playing rackets, Fleet Prison, London, c1825

Girls hockey match, Airedale school, Castleford, West Yorkshire, 1962

Portsmouth Prison - Exercise Yard
Men follow a circuit around the exercise yard at Portsmouth Prison, Hampshire. Date: circa 1900

Lively Dance Couple
Palm Springs, California: c. 1962. A couple livens up the dance floor

Eye surgery, conceptual artwork
Eye surgery. Conceptual artwork of a human eye with a windscreen wiper being used to produce clear vision. This represents the correction of conditions such as a cataract (cloudiness of the eyes lens)

Mountain biking in the Atacama Desert against a backdrop of the perfect cone of Volcan Licancabur 5916 m

Playground scene, Junior School, East End of London. 20th century

Silent Still: Exercise

Domestic Dog, Border Terrier, two adults, on twin lead, being walked by owner on path beside river, England, april

Bicycling. Woman, on three wheel bicycle, followed by men on high-wheelers. Date c1887

Dr. Zanders apparatus, 1897
Dr Zanders apparatus: a lady rides side saddle on a horse simulator. A fixed saddle is attached to a cast iron frame, simulating similar vibrations to those experienced when riding a horse. 1897

Kentish Ramblers
Ramblers admiring the view at Crockham Hill Common, Kent, England. Here can be seen mile after mile of the Kentish Weald, right to the forest ridges about Crowborough. Date: late 1930s

Chicago, Illinois, Rowers in Lincoln Park lagoon at dawn. Chicago, Illinois, USA

Healthy Recreation
A young woman prepares to take a putt whilst out playing golf with a female companion. A small boy stands behind acting as caddie for the day, looking away in to the distance

G Clemenceau / Barrere 06
GEORGES CLEMENCEAU French statesman depicted as a butcher " in the exercise of his ministry"

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"Embrace the Power of Exercise: From Runners to Marathons and Everything In Between. " a universal language that transcends boundaries, bringing people together in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle. Whether it's witnessing runners conquering marathons or admiring the artistry of Hogarth's False Perspective, exercise takes on many forms and captivates our senses. In Crieff Hydropathic, nestled in the picturesque Perthshire region of Scotland, individuals find solace in rejuvenating their bodies through various fitness activities. Meanwhile, aboard HMS Montrose, a Type 23 Frigate during Marstrike 05 exercises, sailors showcase their agility by performing tight turns with precision and skill. Who says exercise can't be playful? Even a skeleton finds joy in playing rugby while synchronised swimmers perfect their routines with grace and elegance. The RAF Chinook Helicopter soars above us as we marvel at its strength and endurance. Nature itself embraces exercise as we witness a young polar bear rolling around in freshly formed snow - pure bliss. And who could forget the unexpected sight of a nun effortlessly gliding on a skateboard? From ballerinas showcasing their sculpted backs to British Mark IV tanks manned by brave Canadian soldiers during World War I – exercise has been an integral part of human history. It strengthens not only our bodies but also our spirits. As DORE depicted Newgate's Exercise Yard back in 1872 through his wood engraving after Gustave Dore from London, we realize that exercise has always played an essential role throughout time. It connects generations and reminds us that staying active is crucial for both physical and mental well-being. So let us embrace the power - whether it be running like marathoners or finding inspiration from historical engravings - because when we move our bodies, we unlock endless possibilities for growth and transformation.